Is lemon water acidic or alkaline?
Disease description:
The staff at the beauty salon advised me to drink more lemon water, which offers various health benefits. I would like to know whether lemon water is acidic or alkaline.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Lemon water is alkaline. The assessment of its acidity or alkalinity is not based on its taste or direct pH value, but rather on the nature of its metabolic byproducts in the human body. Lemons and their products, such as lemon water, actually exhibit alkaline effects after being metabolized in the body.
Although fresh lemon juice is acidic with a pH of about 2 to 3, lemons are rich in components such as citric acid, malic acid, and potassium. These substances produce alkaline ash after being metabolized in the body, which helps neutralize acidic substances. The citric acid in lemon water produces alkaline substances, such as bicarbonates, which help maintain the acid-base balance of the blood. Therefore, lemons and their products, such as lemon water, actually exhibit alkaline effects after being metabolized in the body.
In addition, lemon water should be consumed in moderation. Excessive intake of lemon water can damage teeth and may cause stomach discomfort in some individuals.
Therefore, lemon water is considered to have an alkaline tendency. This characteristic makes lemon water helpful for a healthy diet and balancing the body's acid-base levels. When drinking lemon water, it is important to pay attention to individual reactions, and consult a doctor promptly if discomfort occurs.
